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Pregame Mindset of Athletes: Psychological Readiness, Anxiety, and Instruction Following across Individual and Team Sports

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Abstract Book of the 10th International Conference on Modern Approaches in Humanities and Social Sciences

Year: 2025

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Pregame Mindset of Athletes: Psychological Readiness, Anxiety, and Instruction Following across Individual and Team Sports

Yashasvi Gehlot

ABSTRACT:

The pre-game period is one of the most crucial as it shapes mental readiness, enhances anxiety and improves athletic performance. This study surveyed a sample of 94 athletes out of which 43 played team sports and 51 played individual sports, with focus on their years of experience. Questionnaires were used to assess the athletes’ psychological readiness, pre game anxiety levels and also their respect for hierarchy amongst their team. The study found that psychological readiness is negatively correlated to pre game anxiety. In conclusion the study reinforced that a stable and well regulated mental state shaped by emotional regulation anxiety management and respect for hierarchy is crucial for optimal athletic performance.

Keywords: Athletes, Pregame Mindset, Psychological Readiness, Emotional Regulation, Pre Game Anxiety, Respect for Hierarchy